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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join a highly reputable 5* house builder based in the West Midlands. This is a key appointment within a well-established planning team, offering long-term progression and the chance to contribute to the delivery of high-quality residential developments across the region.
About the Role
Reporting to the Technical Director and responsible for supporting a Planning Assistant or Graduate, the Planning Manager will play a central role in the delivery of viable and deliverable planning consents across both short and long-term land acquisitions. The role works closely with land and technical colleagues to secure successful outcomes that align with commercial and programme objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Contribution & Leadership
* Participate in the divisional management team, positively influencing business growth and performance.
* Support the effective running of the planning function in line with best practices and commercial targets.
* Undertake detailed planning appraisals for potential development sites, assessing risk and advising on strategy, timescales, and deliverability.
Planning Applications & Appeals
* Prepare and manage planning applications and appeals across a variety of development scales (brownfield and greenfield).
* Engage proactively with planning officers, local communities, and key stakeholders during pre- and post-submission phases.
Policy & Promotion
* Promote land through the Local Plan process, preparing representations and attending Local Plan Examinations where appropriate.
* Monitor and advise on planning policy, legislative and regulatory changes, identifying implications for business strategy.
People & Process Management
* Support the development and mentoring of junior team members in line with company procedures and policies.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of development opportunities and competitor activity.
Reporting & Internal Communication
* Prepare planning updates and papers for inclusion in Board Packs.
* Attend regular land/planning and management meetings, keeping the wider team informed of issues, opportunities, and policy changes.
External Engagement
* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with external stakeholders including local authorities, HBF representatives, landowners, consultants, and agents.
The Person
We are seeking a confident and commercially minded planning professional with excellent negotiation and communication skills. You’ll be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and confident managing planning matters across multiple sites simultaneously.
* Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)
* Proven experience in residential planning (house building or consultancy)
* In-depth knowledge of planning policy and legislation
* Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
* Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
* Commercially aware and capable of influencing planning outcomes
* Strong decision-making and time management skills
In return our client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, negotiable dependent on individual experience.
For further information or to apply, please send your CV to daniel@bluediamondrecruitment.co.uk or call 07881371993.
Please visit our website www.bluediamondrecruitment.co.uk to view all vacancies within house building, residential development and construction.
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Mid-Senior level
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Strategy/Planning and Project Management
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Architecture and Planning, Real Estate, and Construction
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